CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 569

A network administrator has discovered a low-end managed switch connected to the company's LAN. While reading about the device's specifications on the manufacturer's website, the administrator discovers the switch does not support a command-line interface for administration. Which of the following remote access methods should the administrator use to log in to the switch?

Answer options

• A. Install a VNC plugin on the web browser.
• B. Connect to the HTTPS management interface.
• C. Replace the managed switch with an unmanaged switch.
• D. Establish an SSH session.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because the HTTPS management interface allows the administrator to access the switch's configuration through a secure web browser connection. Option A is incorrect as VNC is not applicable for this type of device, C is not a viable solution since it does not address the need for management, and D is wrong because SSH is not supported by the switch.